Click on “Mai Mai Health” to followfor disease inquiries, health guidance, classic wellness tips, and no need to seek help when unwellNowadays, one can clearly feel the chill in the morning and evening. As the temperature drops, the body’s Yang Qi gradually weakens, making it easier for immunity to decline. Coupled with the increasing dryness of autumn, which can harm Qi, it is easy to experience Qi deficiency. Therefore, at this time, nourishing Qi is very important.As the saying goes, “Amateurs consume ginseng, while experts consume astragalus.” Astragalus (Huang Qi) is known as the “Holy Medicine for Qi Nourishment”; it has a sweet taste and a slightly warm nature, with the main effect of tonifying the middle and benefiting Qi, and it nourishes without being greasy, while also enhancing the body’s immunity and preventing colds, making it an excellent tonic.Astragalus has been used medicinally for over 2000 years and is revered as “the spleen is the foundation of postnatal life, and it is the best among Qi tonics,” making it highly favored by people.
What are the benefits of Astragalus?
01Strengthening Qi and Stabilizing the ExteriorRaw astragalus has the effects of strengthening Qi and stabilizing the exterior, promoting urination and reducing swelling, detoxifying, and promoting tissue regeneration. It is suitable for symptoms such as spontaneous sweating, night sweats, blood stasis, edema, and abscesses that do not heal or take a long time to heal.02Nourishing Qi and BloodHoney-fried astragalus has the effects of nourishing Qi, enriching blood, and benefiting the middle. It is suitable for internal injuries due to overwork, spleen deficiency with diarrhea, Qi deficiency, blood deficiency, and fatigue.
03Assisting in Blood Pressure ReductionModern medicine has proven that astragalus can lower blood viscosity, reduce thrombosis, lower blood pressure, protect the heart, regulate blood sugar in both directions, and enhance the body’s immunity. It can be used to treat heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and other conditions.
Astragalus Dietary Recipes
Astragalus + Chicken — Strengthening the BodyIn the “Suiyuan Shidan,” there is a famous dish — Astragalus Steamed Chicken, which is a great tonic for strengthening the body and enhancing immunity. It is very suitable for those with weak constitutions and frequent colds to consume this dish in autumn.
Astragalus Steamed Chicken
Method: Clean the young chicken, prepare it, rub salt on it, add 30g of raw astragalus into the chicken cavity, along with ginger and scallions, and steam for 15 minutes.Astragalus + Pear — Strengthening the Spleen and Moistening the LungsIn autumn, it is advisable to nourish the lungs. Many people will make a small pear soup, and adding astragalus to the pear soup enhances its effect of moistening the lungs and strengthening the spleen. This is especially suitable for those who frequently cough, sweat, feel fatigued, and have dry coughs without phlegm due to lung Qi deficiency.Astragalus Pear Soup
Ingredients: 2-3 slices of astragalus, 1 snow pear, 2-3 pieces of tremella, 7-8 pieces of lily.Method: Soak the astragalus for half an hour, soak the tremella, and cut the snow pear into pieces. Add all ingredients with an appropriate amount of water and simmer. After boiling, cook for half an hour.
Regularly Drinking Astragalus Soup for Disease Prevention and Health Maintenance
Astragalus, when cleverly paired with other medicinal materials, has excellent effects in treating diseases and maintaining health. Let’s take a look at 9 magical uses of astragalus.
▶ Astragalus with Dan Shen1. Chest Stiffness and Palpitations:Young people today often feel chest tightness and difficulty breathing due to work pressure. Drinking astragalus and dan shen soup a few times can effectively relieve these symptoms.2. Inhibiting Hyperplasia:Astragalus and dan shen used together can inhibit the excessive proliferation of fibroblasts.3. Fighting Thrombosis:Obese individuals and the elderly are prone to thrombosis. Drinking dan shen water can help clear waste from blood vessel walls, smooth blood vessels, and reduce the formation of thrombosis.▶ Astragalus with Shan Yao1. Lowering Blood Sugar:Shan yao has a mild medicinal property and is also a nourishing herb that can strengthen the spleen and benefit Qi, while also assisting in lowering blood sugar. Astragalus combined with shan yao has a good therapeutic effect on spleen and kidney weakness caused by long-term diabetes.2. Nourishing Qi and Stopping Bleeding:Qi and blood are fundamental to maintaining youth. If Qi and blood are sufficient, one’s complexion will remain youthful. Astragalus combined with shan yao can enhance skin color.3. Wound Healing:If you accidentally get injured, drinking astragalus water can not only quickly relieve pain but also promote wound healing.▶ Astragalus with Jin Yin Hua1. Clearing Heat and Detoxifying:Jin yin hua is an excellent herb for clearing heat and detoxifying. It is sweet and cold in nature, with a fragrant aroma. It clears heat without harming the stomach and has the ability to dispel evil and eliminate dampness.2. Chronic Kidney Disease:Astragalus and jin yin hua are a perfect pair for treating various kidney diseases.3. Skin Itching:Regularly drinking jin yin hua water can effectively relieve skin itching.
▶ Astragalus with Bai Zhu1. Supplementing Energy:If you feel weak and lack energy, this is a sign of “Qi deficiency.” Drinking astragalus and bai zhu soup for two days will make you feel very energetic. Additionally, it is very effective for those with weak constitutions, frequent colds, and autumn rhinitis.2. Antioxidant Effect:Bai zhu can reduce lipid peroxidation and enhance the body’s ability to eliminate free radicals.▶ Astragalus with Yi Mu Cao1. Activating Blood and Resolving Stasis:Hakka people in Guangdong like to use fresh yi mu cao to make soup for women after childbirth, which can help regulate the body and promote blood circulation.2. Anti-Aging:Yi mu cao contains various trace elements that can effectively combat aging, reduce fatigue, and inhibit the proliferation of cancer cells.▶ Astragalus with Sang Ye1. Hair Growth and Care:Women who often use mulberry leaves to wash their hair generally have faster hair growth. Drinking astragalus water in moderation can also promote hair growth due to the choline in astragalus. Men can also benefit from this.2. Treating Chloasma:Take 500g of winter mulberry leaves, steam and disinfect them, remove impurities, and dry for later use. Take 15g daily, steep in boiling water as tea.
▶ Astragalus with Dang Gui1. Regulating Menstruation and Alleviating Pain:Many women experience irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, and various gynecological diseases. Drinking astragalus with dang gui can not only eliminate gynecological inflammation but also normalize menstruation and reduce pain.2. Arteriosclerosis:Dang gui can effectively inhibit arteriosclerosis and promote the growth of red blood cells in the blood, nourishing and enriching the blood.▶ Astragalus with Ge Gen1. Vasodilation:Ge gen can improve myocardial oxygen metabolism and dilate blood vessels, improving microcirculation and reducing vascular resistance, thus increasing blood flow. It can be used to prevent and treat myocardial ischemia and myocardial infarction.2. Insomnia and Forgetfulness:Many friends today suffer from insomnia and forgetfulness, unable to sleep at night and feeling drowsy during the day. Drinking astragalus with ge gen a few times can yield noticeable results.3. Beauty and Breast Enhancement:Ge gen powder is a natural plant estrogen that can promote breast development, keeping the body youthful and maintaining smooth skin.
▶ Astragalus with Goji Berries1. Effective Anti-Aging:Goji berries are rich in goji polysaccharides, β-carotene, vitamin E, selenium, and flavonoids, all of which have good antioxidant properties.2. Improving Sleep Quality:Regularly drinking goji berry water can improve physical constitution and alleviate sleep problems such as poor sleep quality and difficulty falling asleep.3. Enhancing Memory:Goji berries are known as “wisdom fruit”; when combined with astragalus, they can not only improve brain memory but also enhance learning ability, making them suitable for students and office workers to drink regularly.
Three Groups of People Who Should Avoid Astragalus
1. Women During MenstruationWomen during menstruation should not consume astragalus water, as it may adversely affect the body.2. Pregnant WomenPregnant women should also be cautious when consuming astragalus, as it may lead to miscarriage, posing risks to both the fetus and the mother.3. Patients with TuberculosisIf a patient has tuberculosis, with symptoms such as coughing blood, dry mouth, and fever, it is not recommended to use astragalus water alone.Note: The above is for reference only; please consult a physician for guidance.
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